Subramaniam Badrinath has been called up to the India cricket squad for the Tests against New Zealand as a replacement for VVS Laxman.
Laxman, who was in the 15-man squad for the two-Test series, announced his retirement from international cricket with immediate effect on Saturday.
31-year-old Badrinath has played two Tests for India, the last being in early 2010 in the home series against South Africa.
A consistent performer on the domestic circuit, Badrinath was the highest run-getter in the 2010-11 Ranji Trophy.
The first test starts on Thursday.
